Trump Dismisses Kennedy Center Board, Appoints Himself Chairman to Ban Drag Shows and Promote 'Golden Age'

President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he is dismissing multiple members of the Kennedy Center's Board of Trustees, including Chairman David Rubenstein, and appointing himself as the new chairman. Trump's decision is part of his broader initiative to overhaul the institution, which he aims to align with his vision for a 'Golden Age in Arts and Culture.' He specifically criticized the Kennedy Center for hosting drag shows targeting youth, stating that such events 'WILL STOP.' Trump's move comes amid his efforts to reshape various cultural institutions in Washington, D.C., following his second term inauguration. The dismissed members include recent appointees by former President Joe Biden. Trump promised that a new board would be announced soon, emphasizing that the Kennedy Center, which he described as an 'American jewel,' must reflect the nation's 'brightest stars' on its stage.